Hospital-acquired malnutrition in paediatric patients: a multicentre trial focusing on prevalence, risk factors, and impact on clinical outcomes

• Main Authors: Suchaorn Saengnipanthkul, Nalinee Chongviriyaphan, Narumon Densupsoontorn, Amnuayporn Apiraksakorn, Jitjira Chaiyarit, Supawan Kunnangja, Sasiwimol Wongpratoom, Supawan Papakhee, Wipada Det-amnatkul, Jittima Monwiratkul, Puthita Saengpanit, Pajaree Limthongthang, Charnchai Panthongviriyakul
• Other Authors: Siriraj Hospital
• Format: Article
• Published: 2022
• Subjects: Medicine
• Online Access: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/78182
• Institution: Mahidol University

Alteration of nutrient metabolism during hospital stay may cause a deterioration in patients’ nutritional status. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and possible risk factors for nutritional deterioration in hospitalized children. A multicentre prospective study was conducted amon...